My husband has had migraines since childhood. He takes lots of OTC meds as well as Imitrex. I am sure his body has gotten used to the OTC meds. He has been checked by MD for other conditions. He uses ibuprofen, imitrex and excedrin mostly. But none of those really work too well.
2007-06-23 08:41:25 · 13 answers · asked by a mom 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
As a lifelong migrane sufferer myself, the miracle drug for me has been Topamax. It is a presciption medication that I take twice a day that helps prevent a headache from happening. You can look it up on the internet and then ask your Dr. about it, but for me it has been my saving grace!
2007-06-23 08:51:07 · answer #1 · answered by Lesley W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If imitrex is not working, he should see his doctor, there are other medications which can be very helpful. Some have small amounts of barbituates or narcotics in them to alleviate pain, so he should be prepared to rest when he has a migraine. Also, he should avoid caffeine, vinegar and other strong acidic things, as they can trigger a migraine. Good luck!
2007-06-23 08:46:12 · answer #2 · answered by TBomber 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Migraine is really painful mostly common to women because of monthly period the female hormones changes often I have routine period also before and after of my monthly period.I would suggest that he could have massages at least once to two a week to make him feel relax and erase the tension.Of course he needs to sleep regular hours at least 8 hours.Good diet avoid fatty foods specially MSG.I usually eat a lots of Chinese food.I guess that's not good.Its delicious.The food that's healthy has no taste.Taking over the counter medicine is not gonna help.Its better for him to try drink coconut virgin oil is a very good to the body it gives the immune system repair to all sickness this medicine was recommended by Kevin trudeau his book is very good .Its a herbal no side effect. But the best to see a neurologist,and eye specialist.
2007-06-24 07:33:20 · answer #3 · answered by Arlene A. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He should check to see if his migraines are caused by anything like food allergies or too much sun...keep a diary of when he gets migraines and what happened that day. He may also get them due to stress. I take naproxen, basically a kick *** aleve. It works well, but it's best when i can sleep in a dark room with a pillow over my face...with no sound or movement. Naproxen is only available by prescription, but ask your doctor if a high milligram dosage is a good choice for him
2007-06-23 08:49:31 · answer #4 · answered by Sarah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is this asian remedy you can try. It is called Salumpas. It's a patch that you put in areas for muscle aches and pain. You would cut 2 small pieces of the patch (square about the size of a quarter) and put it on each side of your temple. You can buy this at any major grocery store.
2007-06-23 09:12:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most if not all illness, come about because of what we eat and drink. Our diets. Could be that maybe he is eating too much fried foods, and or drinking one too many sodas. Check that diet.
Make sure he is eating and drinking healthier. Also, water is very important. Not everyone, get migraines. My money is on what he is putting into his mouth to eat or drink. Good Luck.
2007-06-23 08:51:17 · answer #6 · answered by That one 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have a look at Migraine Action Association - maybe join it
http://www.migraine.org.uk/
2007-06-23 08:45:54 · answer #7 · answered by ruralsouthwell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that if migraine suffers increase their niacin intake it will help to releave some of the symptoms. Niacin is B3, or a multi B vitamin may help.
2007-06-23 08:58:39 · answer #8 · answered by It's me 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had migraines long time ago...the best thing i do to make it go is take a Panadol, and sleep in a dark room.
2007-06-23 08:45:07 · answer #9 · answered by hani 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Salumpas
2017-01-19 09:33:39 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋